Slideshows

• 6 Common-to-Rare Infant Skin Conditions Although most childhood skin disorders are benign and self-limited, some can be life-threatening. Learn more about dermatoses that may be encountered in infants.
  March 2023
• Brain Lesions: Summaries of 10 Cases Brain lesions can produce widely diverse symptoms depending on size, type, location, and etiology. Here are 10 illuminating case summaries to review.
  March 2023
• Dysuria: When It Hurts to Go With the Flow Dysuria is pain occurring from urination, typically in conjunction with inflammation and often associated with urinary frequency and urgency. Learn more about identifying and managing the various causes of this condition.
  March 2023
• Cutaneous and Mucosal Manifestations of Viral Diseases Viral infections can cause a range of cutaneous and mucosal manifestations, from isolated lesions to generalized exanthems. Learn more about the findings associated with various viruses.
  February 2023
• Eight Skin Rashes You Need to Know Skin rashes are common patient complaints. Although many symptoms overlap, there are identifiable factors for each disease. Can you identify these rashes?
  February 2023
• Herpes Simplex Viruses: Test Your Knowledge Prompt recognition of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection and early initiation of therapy are essential in the management of the disease. Test your knowledge of the manifestations of HSV.
  February 2023
• Keys to Diagnosing Broken Heart Syndrome (Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy) Takotsubo cardiomyopathy ("broken heart syndrome") is a transient cardiac syndrome that mimics acute coronary syndrome. Do you know how to recognize this condition in your patients?
  February 2023
• Contact Dermatitis: A Summary Contact dermatitis is frequently encountered by healthcare professionals. This is a useful summary of the condition, including types, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, differentiation, and treatment.
  February 2023
• Penile Cancer: Cases to Test Your Knowledge Penile cancer accounts for less than 1% of all neoplasms in North America and Europe but remains a health concern in Africa, South America, and Asia. Early recognition and appropriate treatment are crucial for reducing morbidity and mortality. Test your knowledge with these 9 cases.
  January 2023
• You’ve Got Worms! Common Intestinal Parasites Intestinal infection with parasites that is not recognized and treated can lead to significant morbidity and mortality. Do you know the tell-tale signs of parasitic invasion?
  January 2023
• Bell Palsy: Diagnosis and Management Bell palsy is a condition with an often-complicated diagnosis and is sometimes idiopathic in nature. Here is a brief guide to the causes, identification, and treatment of Bell palsy.
  January 2023
• Pediatric Brain Tumors: Imaging Matters Primary brain tumors are the second most common group of malignancies affecting children (after leukemia) and are a leading cause of mortality. Learn more about diagnosing these potentially deadly disorders.
  January 2023
• What the Eyes Tell You: 15 Abnormalities of the Lens Lens abnormalities are associated with many conditions, and they can occur at all ages. How many of these have you seen?
  January 2023
• 9 Causes of Discolored Urine You probably know many of these potential causes of discolored urine, but others are less common. Here are nine possible culprits to consider when your patient presents with unusually colored urine.
  December 2022
• Alcohol Abuse: Complications and Consequences People who chronically abuse alcohol are at increased risk for cirrhosis, GI bleeding, pancreatitis, cardiomyopathy, trauma, mental health disorders, and a wide variety of cancers. Learn more about the potentially devastating complications of excessive, long-term alcohol use.
  December 2022
• Falls in the Elderly: Causes, Injuries, and Prevention About 10% of all falls in the elderly will result in major injuries, and there can be a significant associated morbidity/mortality. Are you familiar with risk factors and preventive measures for falls in the geriatric population?
  November 2022

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